Boehly departs for Spain to finalize a £55 million agreement with Arsenal, while the 30-goal season striker, valued at £30 million, agrees to personal terms with Chelsea.
Enzo Maresca’s team is set to see significant improvements over the next two-and-a-half months, although there’s uncertainty regarding potential player sales. With the arrivals of Tosin Adarabioyo on a free transfer and Estevao Willian, who will join next year, the groundwork has been laid for further additions.
The prospects for further signings are promising. Chelsea has shown interest in players like Benjamin Sesko and Michael Olise, although they are no longer options for various reasons. Strikers Samu Omorodion and Jhon Duran remain targets as well.
### The Nico Williams Situation
Chelsea has long admired Nico Williams, according to football.london, but initially prioritized Michael Olise this summer. With Olise’s move to Stamford Bridge falling through, Williams has emerged as a viable option.
However, reports conflict on Chelsea’s position regarding Williams. Fabrizio Romano indicates that the deal involves a release clause of approximately £45 million and substantial wages, potentially over £200,000 per week, which could deter Chelsea. Contrastingly, Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Chelsea has already expressed to Athletic Bilbao their intent to meet the clause. This discrepancy raises questions about the actual state of negotiations.
football.london suggests that Chelsea’s interest is genuine, and with the club likely shifting focus to the left wing, signing Williams would make sense if the financial terms are acceptable. Williams, known for his speed and ability, registered 13 assists last season despite scoring only five league goals, making him an appealing prospect for Chelsea fans.
### Jonathan David Discussions
While uncertainty surrounds Williams, Jonathan David’s situation is clearer. Chelsea has engaged in talks with his representatives and is seriously considering him as a potential new striker for the summer. David, who has just one year remaining on his contract at Lille, is expected to leave the club. Some sources claim a fee of £25 million could secure the Canadian striker, despite his impressive performances in Ligue 1 since 2020.
David has attracted interest from Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester United, having been a target for Premier League clubs for years due to his consistent goal-scoring record in France.
football.london views David as a potentially ideal option for Chelsea. However, his profile differs significantly from other striker targets like Jhon Duran and Benjamin Sesko. David is smaller and slower, lacks the attributes of Dominic Solanke, and hasn’t been a prominent name in discussions. Nevertheless, he offers several strengths.
Despite concerns about his lack of pace and flair, David is an efficient finisher and works well in space. His versatility might not make him a standout star, but he represents a potentially smart acquisition. David may not be a flashy signing that excites fans, but he could prove to be a valuable addition to the squad.
